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As the dust settled from this high-stakes encounter, the Pacers faced an uncertain off-season. They are left grappling with the dilemma of how best to proceed—whether to lock in key players like Myles Turner or restructure in the wake of Haliburton's injury. The outcome of the game not only signifies the end of a season but may well shape the narrative of the franchise for years to come. Given the brutal reality of injuries in sports and the ambitions tied to success, teams will need to balance their pursuit of greatness with the health and longevity of their star athletes.